Geosesarma sp. White Mandarin

Small, typically terrestrial crabs. Excellent climbers. Can be kept in paludariums. Do not damage plants. Live in groups, are social animals.

Geosesarma sp. White Mandarin

Latin Name:

Geosesarma sp.

Trade Names:

White arm Mandarin, White claw Mandarin, Mandarin, Geosesarma nothophorum, Geosesarma pontianak

Discoverer:

Scientifically Described:

No

Availability in Trade:

Moderate (as of 02.2025)

Distribution:

Borneo, Indonesia

Habitat:

Tropical forest floor, near streams and water sources.

Additional Information:

Climbs on shrubs and small trees. Digs burrows.

Appearance:

Can vary in color.

Carapace:

  • Blue

Legs:

  • Red

Claws:

  • White/white-orange

Eyes:

  • Light green, light yellow

Underside:

  • Brown

Photos:

Male White MandarinMale White Mandarin

Female White MandarinFemale White Mandarin

White Mandarin CrabWhite Mandarin Crab
Source: aquaticarts.com

White Mandarin Crab
Source: Indonesia land crab